Job Summary: Procurement and Logistics Assistant
Company: Grassland Cameroon Ltd.
Reporting to: Procurement and Logistics Officer
Location: Yaounde, Cameroon
Monthly Compensation (net): 150,000 FCFA
About the Position.
Grassland Cameroon, LTD (GLC) is seeking a dedicated and proactive individual embarking on their professional journey. This role is pivotal in supporting our procurement and operations teams by executing strategic purchases of goods and services essential for our operations and for procuring harvests from local farmers. The primary goal is to secure quality products and services at competitive rates, ensuring value without compromising on excellence. This position is a dynamic mix of on-the-ground activities and administrative duties, demanding exceptional negotiation skills, meticulous data management, effective communication, and keen attention to detail. The ideal candidate is a quick learner with a sharp eye for detail and outstanding negotiation capabilities. This role necessitates extensive travel within rural Cameroon.
Our work
Our work involves managing food storage, processing, and distribution. We collaborate with smallholder farmers, providing them with input loans and training throughout the season to enhance their productivity. The grains from these farmers are processed into standardized consumer products, which we distribute globally to buyers who can rely on the quality of our offerings.
Vendor and Supplier Management
- Identify, validate, and establish relationships with potential suppliers and vendors to ensure that our organization (GLC) maintains access to necessary supplier documentation consistently.
- Obtain price quotations and negotiate terms and conditions with suppliers. Maintain an organized and comprehensive supplier database.
- Communicate with suppliers to resolve any order discrepancies or issues promptly. Keep suppliers informed of delivery schedules and expectations.
Corn Procurement
- Facilitate the purchase of corn directly from farmers during harvest periods.
- Collaborate with the Finance and Production teams to conduct inventory counts accurately.
- Coordinate the collection and delivery of harvested corn to our warehouse efficiently.
Logistics, Documentation, and Reporting Management
- Organize and maintain procurement documents to ensure easy retrieval and accessibility.
- Prepare detailed reports and summaries as required by management.
- Ensure all vehicle fleet documents are current and accurately recorded for maintenance purposes.
Qualifications
- Possess a Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
- Have a minimum of two years of relevant experience in a related industry.
- Demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Exhibit excellent communication and negotiation skills.
Required Skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Drive applications.
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high levels of accuracy.
- Effective oral and written communication skills.
- Respectful, humble, and eager to learn.
- Fluency in both English and French languages.
If you believe you possess these qualifications, we are eager to receive your application. Please complete the form by May 6th, 2024. In your cover letter, share what aspects of this role excite you the most and identify what you anticipate will be the most challenging aspects of the position.
